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Western Piedmont Community College Reviews

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  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Hannah from Morganton, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I am definitely learning a lot. I have taken classes that I have taken in high school and have reviewed and studied deeper than I could have in my high school years. The material is not just crammed into the brain to be tested on, but is actually learned.
    Am enjoying being here

    I am enjoying my time at Western piedmont for many reasons. The staff is friendly and ready to help in anyway possible. The community college is conveniently close to town, work, and home. There are many clubs that one can be a part of and the classes are diverse and interesting.
    Bang for the buck

    The books are a bit expensive, like all other colleges, but tuition is extremely low. With its convenient accessibility, excellent teachers, and interesting classes, this community college is a good bang for the buck.
    Tips for prospective students

    Western Piedmont is a community college but it mean it is lacking compared to the universities;students should be prepared to work hard.
    Have a plan and goals for the future. Have fun with it!
    Western Piedmont Community college is also connected to big universities such as Western Carolina and Appalachian, so it is a perfect opportunity to be connected and work towards larger goals.
    Great for these types of students

    I think Western Piedmont Community College is perfect for everyone, no matter what the situation. It gives opportunity for those who need to go back to school to get a better education, those who need to experience college before making a decision on their career, want to take college classes while still in high school (current enrollment-wish i had done this), to gain an associates degree, and to prepare for certain jobs.

  • Zachary from Rutherford College, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    A great community college that you can learn many things from some great teachers.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be ready to work hard and learn a lot.
    Academic Rigor

    Tough classes that you learn a lot from.
    Dorm Life

    There is no dorm life, it is a community college every one lives off campus.
    Food and Dining

    The food is good.
    What to do for fun

    They student services have many great things going on through out the year in the grassy area.
    Clubs and Activities

    Lots of clubs and activities to get into.
    Campus Safety

    Campus cops are always around and making sure things are safe for you. Also the campus is a no smoking campus that means no smoking on the grounds from the time you turn in on the road to the campus.

  • Der from Valdese, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Western Piedmont Community College, WPCC, had greatly helped prepared me to go into a 4-year University. Attending WPCC was a challenged, but with the help of my instructors I managed to pass my classes. I am grateful to have attend WPCC.
    Tips for prospective students

    Although WPCC may be a community college, take it seriously, especially the placement test. The most important thing is do not be afraid to talk to adviser about choosing your classes. Always check up on what classes you need to take in order to graduate on time.
    Academic Rigor

    Academic rigor is highly expected at WPCC. I use critical thinking and applied skills in all of my classes. It assured that I have obtain the right amount of knowledge needed to be learned.
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life? There's no dorm at WPCC. I live with my parents and I love it! I don't have to worry about bills and I can fully concentrate on my school works.
    Food and Dining

    The food in the cafeteria at WPCC isn't so bad. There's a salad bar, burgers, pizzas, and etc. Also, the price is decent.
    Clubs and Activities

    There is a variety of clubs offered at WPCC. I am in the Science Club and we do a lot of fun activities around campus, such as extracting your DNA from your saliva.

  • Jodi from Morganton, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    It is a great community college. The staff are wonderful. The resources for this campus are much better that some of the other colleges around.
    Tips for prospective students

    Use the academic success center any time you need that extra help. Always ask questions if you don't understand something a teacher says. Always come to class.
    Academic Rigor

    Always follow instructions and try and get a spot in from of the class so that you are not distracted by other students. Always come to school prepared to learn and remember tell yourself you like what you read and you will retain more.
    Dorm Life

    We have no dorm life here.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria is good but expensive
    What to do for fun

    Right now nothing. I go to school full time and have 2 jobs.

  • Taylar from Connelly Springs, NC

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned so much at the community college level of learning. Not only about my intended major of elementary education, but about life in general.
    Am enjoying being here

    The overall experience at Western Piedmont Community College has been a positive one. From the administration to the students, everyone has been very eager to help anyway they can.
    Bang for the buck

    The Community College is cheaper than the four year university's first two years. The price does not all take away from the quality of learning. The instructors there know their stuff. Each one enjoys their job there and takes the time to personalize each student's experience there. The instructors put forth all they can to ensure the best education they can give.
    Tips for prospective students

    Future student looking into community college: don't sell yourself short by falling into the norm of people thinking community college is for those who don't aspire to be greater. Community college is a GREAT start and transition for those looking to transfer out to a bigger college/university to finish up a four-year degree. Also Community colleges can get you the backbone for a great job start with a 2-year AA degree.
    Great for these types of students

    Community college is a great way to go for those students paying their own way threw school. You can get your first 2-year core classes out of the way for cheaper, allowing you to save up money to pay for your following 2-3 years at a 4-year college or university.

  • Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers at Western Piedmont are encouraging and easy to understand. They alter their teaching styles to suit the needs of each student and are effective both online and in the classroom. I have no complaints about the educational aspect of WPCC.
    Am enjoying being here

    I HATE having to go to Western Piedmont for a SIXTH semester. The teachers are great but the ADIMINISTRATION IS ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE. If you are expecting guidance from you advisor - BEWARE. Double check everything yourself and keep your files organized - you'll need them. Ask anyone but college staff and officials for advice. Incredibly long story short, I ended up mistakenly getting a degree that doesn't transfer to a four year college after I had told my advisor I wanted to transfer to UNCA when I was done at WPCC. I now have to continue going to WPCC to get the transferable degree because if I tried to go to a different community college, a lot of my WPCC credits wouldn't transfer to the AA degree they offer. Trying to coordinate financial aid, transferring credits, and even graduation, is next to impossible. College staff (administration) is rude, irresponsible, and incompetent. IF YOU CAN AVOID IT, DO NOT GO TO WESTERN PIEDMONT.
    Tips for prospective students

    DONT GO TO THIS SCHOOL. If you must, and you need guidance, travel about 80 miles west to Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College in Asheville and talk to the receptionist in the Student Services Building. This woman is amazing and will be of more help than your WPCC academic advisor, Dean of Admissions, Student Records Personnel, and Financial Aid Director, combined.
    Great for these types of students

    No one.